Explore Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Tule, Textile and Mezcal for a day

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

11 hours

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Zapotecos Tours is the ideal partner for those wishing to explore the best of Oaxaca.

We cordially invite you to join us on this unmissable adventure. We recognise the importance of your time and the value of your money. That is why we have designed the most comprehensive tour to provide you with an insight into the very essence of our state.

Tule Tree: We cordially invite you to experience the millenary tree with the widest trunk in the world.

Hierve el Agua: Prepare to be impressed by the remarkable petrified waterfalls. We will have three hours to explore. We recommend wearing comfortable attire and footwear for the hike, and swimwear if you intend to swim.

For lunch, we will be visiting a buffet restaurant that offers a selection of local and seasonal dishes, as well as vegan options.

Mitla: Discover the fascinating archaeological site with the assistance of a certified bilingual guide.

Teotitlán: Please familiarise yourself with the ancient tradition of wool textiles and their natural dyes.

Mezcal Culture: Immerse yourself in the world of mezcal by taking a tour of its production process and participating in a guided tasting session.

It is inadvisable to pay over the odds. The tour price includes all entrance fees to the sites.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Bring an extra clothes and comfortable clothes for the staying in Hierve el Agua

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Teotitlan del Valle

Teotitlán del Valle, in Oaxaca, is famous for the elaboration of handmade wool rugs using ancestral pedal loom techniques. What makes these rugs stand out is the use of natural pigments extracted from local plants, minerals and insects, such as cochineal, pomegranate and indigo, which gives them vibrant and long-lasting colors. This tradition, passed down through generations, reflects the rich Oaxacan culture and respect for the environment. Visiting the town is an excellent opportunity to learn about this artisanal process and purchase unique rugs made by the talented local weavers.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Hierve el Agua

We explore the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, where we will spend two hours and thirty minutes to first take a walk around and then refresh in the natural pools that store water with great mineral content. During the hike you will appreciate the different views of the set of waterfalls that exist in the place. You will also find small water springs that give life to the petrified formations. The most amazing part of the place is at the bottom, where you can appreciate the fall of the waterfall and from its base you will be able to capture the best pictures for your memories. When you come back from the hike you can refresh yourself in the pools area or just take the time to meditate and contemplate the beautiful landscape, which is surrounded by mountains that are a magnificent backdrop to the site.

3 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Tasting mezcal is offered free of charge.

Air-conditioned vehicle

Bottles of water during the tour

Please note that a buffet lunch and beverages are not included in the price of the tour and are at the client's expense.

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Explore Hierve el Agua, Mitla, Tule, Textiles and Mezcal for a Day

Reviews

4.95

1,073 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1033

Highly recommended
davidmJ575DF,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Would highly recommend this tour if your time in the area and mode of transportation is limited as it covers a lot of the key attractions in Oaxaca area. Our tour guide Pavel was passionate about Oaxaca and Oaxacan culture. There was enough time at each stop. If anything, the time at the Mitla archeological site was perhaps a bit too long as it fell in the second part of the trip though the site itself is absolutely remarkable. One criticism is that the back seats of the van are VERY cramped and should be allocated to shorter people as the time in the van is not trivial over the course of the day
Recommend!
Emma H,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a great day. Luis was super knowledgeable and hospitable. It can feel like a long day but the guides kept it interesting throughout
A magical day in Oaxaca
4eva4,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great day learning about so many things. Our tour guide Lizette and driver Miguel were wonderful— so friendly and knowledgeable. I’m not a big tour person on vacation, but I’m so, so glad we chose to do this. We could have visited some of these places on our own, but we wouldn’t have had half as good a time or learned nearly as much. The tour as a whole was a perfect day, full of culture, food, natural beauty, and wonderful people.
100% recommend. Just go.
Inspire597989,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What an amazing way to spend a day. So much better than I even could have imagined from the photos online! Liz and Miguel were fantastic guides, and we were well cared for the whole time. Great communication!
Oaxaca Highlights in a box!
G3567SIstephend,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Engaging guidance from Edgar on this whirlwind tour of some of the Central Valley's best sights! Highly recommended as a great way to sample fascinating cultural sights outside of Oaxaca city.
A must do! We had the...
Kelly M,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
A must do! We had the best day with Luis and Erick! Each activity was well paced and an amazing experience. We learned a lot about Oaxaca and really enjoyed the day.
Hierve agua, mitla, tule, mezcal and textile
D6855ZUjenniferr,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow! Miguel and Luis were great! They explained everything well during our tour! We had so much fun but would definitely a hat and sunglasses. I would do another tour with them in Oaxaca.
Enjoyable day trip from Oaxaca
Kate G,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Lise was a great guide and Dani an excellent safe driver. The day was well planned without staying too long anywhere. All the activities were interesting and educational. We enjoyed the time spent at Hierve de Agua and the guided hike there. The lunch buffet was fine, not amazing, but a fair price and comfortable place. Mitla was great and the mescal tasting was fun and learning about how it’s made was interesting. Overall a great day trip. Highly recommend!
Very complete and organized
E6742FKmarioc,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A fairly complete tour in which you travel many places in a single day, approximately 12 hours of the entire trip. Our guide was Pavel, very good and with knowledge of all places
Fun filled day!
Brittany D,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a full day of fun! Pavel and Oscar were great at keeping the day organized and fun. We saw so much. If you don’t have many days or you want to see a lot in one day you can join this tour.